Student Matinees
Metropolis prides itself on its diverse programming, and we offer several shows that are great for any school curriculum!
Student Matinee Pricing
Student Matinee tickets range in price from $11 – $16.
Parking
We offer free bus parking.
How to Book a Student Matinee
For school group pricing and availability, please get in touch with Jana Kramer, Group Sales Coordinator, at jkramer@metropolisarts.com or 847.577.5982 x228.
Guidelines for attending a show at Metropolis will be sent to all teachers who reserve tickets.
2025/2026 Student Matinee Series
Follow Peter Pan and Tinkerbell to Neverland! The adventures are endless in a world of pirates and mayhem. This original musical features sing-along songs, colorful scenery, and plenty of audience participation!
Performance Dates: Monday, October 20th at 10am & 12pm
Tuesday, October 21st at 10am & 12pm
Wednesday, October 22nd at 10am
Wednesday, October 22nd at 12pm – Sensory Friendly Performance
Thursday, October 23rd at 10am & 12pm
Duration: 60 minutes, with no intermission
Recommended for: PreK – 2nd Grade
Ticket Prices: $15/student
1 free chaperone ticket per 10 students, additional adult tickets are $15
A Metropolis School of the Performing Arts Production – By Kids for Kids!
It’s our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
Performance Dates: Thursday, November 6th & Friday, November 7th at 10am
Duration: 60 minutes, with no intermission
Recommended for: Grades 3rd – 8th
Ticket Prices: $11/student
1 free chaperone ticket per 10 students, additional tickets are $11
Charles Dickens’ enchanting tale of redemption and hope comes to life in Arlington Heights’ favorite holiday tradition. On a snowy Christmas Eve brimming with memorable characters, ghostly apparitions and festive holiday music, miserly Ebenezer Scrooge visits the past, present and future to discover the true meaning of Christmas. Metropolis’ festive family favorite returns to delight audiences of all ages this holiday season.
Performance Dates: Thursday, December 4th at 10am
Friday, December 5th at 10am
Monday, December 8th at 10:30am
Thursday, December 11th at 10am
Friday, December 12th at 10am
Friday, December 12th at 12pm – Sensory Friendly Performance
Thursday, December 18th at 10am
Friday, December 19th at 10am
Estimated Duration: 90 minutes
Recommended for: Grades 1st – 12th
Ticket Prices: $16/student
1 free chaperone ticket per 10 students, additional tickets are $16
A Metropolis School of the Performing Arts Production – By Kids for Kids!
In this farcical, suspenseful spoof, we meet Tabitha Mystery – second cousin to a very famous and successful mystery author, who shall not be named or even mentioned around her! When her publisher calls to say she’s fired, Tabitha begs for one more chance to write the greatest murder mystery ever. The only problem? She doesn’t have a single original idea. But maybe she can get away with “borrowing” some characters from other successful stories. Get ready to test your detective skills as Tabitha frantically tries to include every famous literary and pop culture sleuth she can, in hopes of creating the most thrilling mystery story ever!
Performance Dates: Thursday, April 2nd & Friday, April 3rd at 10am
Duration: 60 minutes, with no intermission
Recommended for: Grades K – 5th
Ticket Prices: $11/student
1 free chaperone ticket per 10 students, additional tickets are $11
Hans Christian Andersen and his unexpected, time-travelling companions appear to tell Hans’ classic stories, including The Princess and the Pea, The Ugly Duckling, The Little Mermaid, and The Snow Queen. They even learn how to update their sensibilities, with the audience’s help, by interactively rewriting one of the most famous stories of all time! This original play explores themes of adapting literature and morality stories, while teaching children to understand hidden meanings and symbols in the tales they read.
Performance Dates: Weds, May 6th – Friday, May 8th at 10am (PreK – 2nd grade version)
Weds, May 13th at 10am (3rd – 8th grade version)
Thurs, May 14th – Friday, May 15th at 10am (PreK – 2nd grade version)
Weds, May 21st – Friday, May 23rd at 10am (3rd – 8th grade version)
Estimated Duration: 60 minutes, with no intermission
Recommended for: Grades PreK-2nd and Grades 3rd-8th
Ticket Prices: $15/student
1 free chaperone ticket per 10 students, additional adult tickets are $15
Tickets for Hope
Title 1 Schools may apply for a reduced ticket price for students. This scholarship is very limited, and is subject to committee review and availability of funds. Groups must make written request for discounts at least two weeks prior to the performance date. Email Jana Kramer at jkramer@metropolisarts.com for further information.
School Group Policies
RESERVATIONS
Metropolis suggests booking your School Group at least 4 months before a performance for best availability. Tickets typically go on sale in the late Spring for the following school year.
TEACHER/CHAPERONE TICKETS
Teachers/Chaperones will receive 1 complimentary ticket per 10 students. Additional teachers/chaperones will receive the student ticket price.
GROUP SALES AGREEMENT
A contract detailing performance and payment information will be emailed to the Group Leader once a reservation has been made.
PAYMENT
A signed Group Sales Agreement and full payment are due 2 weeks prior to the show date. After that due date, no changes may be
made, and the sale is final.
*Special arrangements can be made for alternate payment dates. Final payment must be made prior to performance date.
CANCELLATIONS
Cancellations must be made no later than 2 weeks before the show date. After the due date, the sale is final and the group is responsible for the total balance of the reservation even if there are unused tickets. There will be no refunds or credits.
SEAT COUNT
A final ticket count is appreciated 2 weeks prior to the performance date (students plus all teachers/chaperones).
ARRIVAL
School groups must arrive 20-30 minutes before showtime to allow for seating and restroom breaks.
UNLOADING/LOADING BUSES
The Village of Arlington Heights requires that all buses leave two car lengths open between them when unloading or loading passengers. Buses may not double park on Campbell Street.
SEATING
School Groups are seated as General Admission at the discretion of the House Manager. School Groups will be assigned to certain rows of the theatre based on group size and availability, which may include banquet style chairs at the rear of the theatre. School Groups will not receive printed tickets.